Director I, Information Tech

Kansas State University; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 71,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University is seeking an IT Director to lead the College of Business Administration's technology strategy and operations. The role oversees technical systems, data platforms, and department applications, with direct management of IT staff and alignment to state and university IT policies.

Reporting to the AVP for Academic IT and a dotted line to the Dean, this on-site position drives future-forward technology resources and supports college strategic plans through strong leadership

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and ten years of relevant experience.
• A Master’s degree is preferred and may substitute for some experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide IT leadership for the college's technical systems and data platforms.
• Direct and implement strategic information technology plans for the College of Business Administration.
• Manage IT staff resources and coordinate with the AVP for Academic IT and Dean.
• Ensure compliance with IT policies, procedures, and standards at the state, university, and college levels.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Budgeting

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Customer service

Strategic thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Master's degree in CS/IT (preferred)

Job description

About This Role

The IT Director in the College of Business Administration develops and directs the implementation of strategic information technology plans. The director provides leadership for all college technical systems, data systems and college departmental applications and may manage and mentor IT personnel resources (including full-time IT staff or technicians and part-time hourly or graduate student resources).

Director I, Information Tech

Kansas State University

About This Role

The IT Director in the College of Business Administration develops and directs the implementation of strategic information technology plans. The director provides leadership for all college technical systems, data systems and college departmental applications and may manage and mentor IT personnel resources (including full-time IT staff or technicians and part-time hourly or graduate student resources).

This position is responsible for ensuring the college's technical operations and security posture are aligned and comply with IT policies, procedures and standards set forth by the state, university and the college (if applicable). The incumbent is responsible for providing IT leadership and oversight within the college and associated units and supports college strategic plans through a future-forward approach to technology resources. This position typically provides direct management of IT services.

The IT Director will report directly to the AVP for Academic IT and Research which is positioned within central IT along with a dotted reporting line to the Dean of the College of Business Administration.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and ten years of relevant experience. Requirements may be met through a combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in computer science, information technology or related field.
• Experience in technology troubleshooting, assisting, and training.
• Experience administering servers in small to medium sized server environments.
• Experience managing IT staff members responsible for providing front-line support for hardware and departmental IT systems.
• Experience conducting and directing research into IT issues and products.
• Experience working in a higher education environment.
• Experience building business case scenarios and working with technology allocation and budgets.
• Extensive experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Strong leadership skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language.
• Highly self-motivated and directed
• Keen attention to detail
• Proven analytical, evaluative and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Exceptional customer service orientation.

Sponsorship Eligibility

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

Application Window

Applications close on: October 6, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$70,835-$104,500